Cycling, charitable causes to include the Police Unity Tour
James Russo Jr
Bridgewater,NJ
Summary
My goal is to secure an entry level position with possibility of advancement in the field of public service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Praetorian Group
Scotch Plains, NJ
01.2026 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols, identifying and addressing potential security threats.
- Responded promptly to incidents, coordinating with law enforcement as needed.
- Implemented access control procedures, verifying credentials of visitors and employees.
Associate Administrator
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
Woodbridge, NJ
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervision of the programs, staff and activities of a class 1 institution. Direct supervision of Assistant Superintendent, Various department head to include but not limited to Medical, Maintenance and food services. Backup Assistant Superintendent Liaison (EED), Institutional P.R.E.A. Compliance Manager, Classification Committee Chairperson. Responsible for staff and inmate disciplinary appeals, staff discipline. Networked with the Office of the Attorney General to ensure facility's compliance with the Sexually Violent Predator Law. Conducted command level reviews of Use of Force incidents to ensure compliance with Departmental and Office of the Attorney General's Use of Force Policy.
Assistant Superintendent 1 Corrections
East Jersey State Prison, Northern State Prison
Newark, NJ
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Supervision of the programs, staff and activities of a class 1 institution. Assigned as Assistant Superintendent Liaison (EED), Institutional P.R.E.A. Compliance Manager, Classification Committee Chairperson, Staff and Inmate Disciplinary appeals and other work as required.
Correctional Police Lieutenant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
Newark, NJ
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Supervision of a compound or entire facility consisting of 20 Sergeants and more than 100 Officers with up to 2400 inmates. Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and NJ Administrative code. Reporting incidents in real time to the Central Office Desk. Conducting staff investigations Responding to incidents and doing other related work
Correction Sergeant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
Trenton, NJ
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Supervision of a ten-officer unit both at the unit and in the field. Ensuring that staff complete lengthy background reports in a timely manner and that reports are in compliance with applicable departmental and civil service requirements. Serve as liaison to outside agencies with respect to potential applicants for the New Jersey Department of Corrections and of other agencies. Perform background checks using various computer programs including but not limited to the National Crime Information C enter.
Correction Sergeant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
Trenton, NJ
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Assumed responsibilities as an area supervisor to an area that includes three housing units and an Educational Area. Supervised 8 Officers and 300 inmates. Responsible for unit counts, movements, and coordination between custody staff and educational staff.
Correction Sergeant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
Newark, NJ
11.2011 - 09.2013
- Completed Sergeant's Training Course. Assumed responsibilities for a Minimum Security Unit consisting of 196 inmates and 5 officers. Held the position of Center Sergeant where I was responsible for institutional counts, custody staff scheduling, escape notifications, coordination with Central Office Desk and outside agencies at the discretion of the Shift Commander. Received a department commendation for excelling at discovering contraband, specifically weapons.
Senior Correction Officer
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
Trenton, NJ
08.2009 - 11.2011
- Duties include safe and secure transportation of offenders within the State of New Jersey. Transportation of offenders includes destinations such as medical appointments, Superior Court appearances, inter-institutional transfers and new commitments to the New Jersey Department of Corrections. This position requires a great deal of diligence and professionalism as we are outside the confines of the facilities and have a great deal of contact with outside agencies. Received two departmental commendations for involvement in the Ceremonial Pipe and Drum Unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - L.E. Response To The Active Shooter
Monmouth County Police Academy
Freehold, NY04-2017
Physical Conditioning Instructor Course
Corrections Staff Training Academy
Sea Girt, NJ06-2015
Methods of Instruction, Police Training Commission Certification
Corrections Staff Training Academy
Sea Girt, NJ06-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Thomas Edison State College
Trenton, NJ03-2012
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice, Police Science Option
Middlesex County College
Edison, NJ09-2008
ICS 200 and NIMS 700
F.E.M.A. Emergency Management Institute
ICS 100 and NIMS 700
F.E.M.A Emergency Management Institute
Officer’s Basic Training
Correctional Staff Training Academy
Sea Girt, NJ07-2002
Emergency Medical Dispatch
Morris County Fire Academy
Basic Telecommunication
Morris County Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Sayreville, NJ06-1999
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Raritan Bay Medical Center
Perth Amboy, NJ12-1997
Skills
- Oracle (CRU and PM Applications)
- Methods of Instruction, New Jersey Police Training Commission Certification
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- NCIC
- NJ EMT Basic
- Basic and Intermediate Extrication
- Social Media Analysis
- New Jersey Narcotics Enforcement Officers Association
- Rapid Response to the Active Shooter
- ICS 100, 200 and NIMS 700 and 800
Accomplishments
Received multiple commendations from the New Jersey Deparmtent of Corrections. Recognized by the New Jersey State Legislature for response to a large scale incident.
Affiliations
Alpha Sigma Lamda
Certification
NJ Emergency Medical Technician
Class B Commercial Driver License
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
NJ Armed Security Officer
Interests
Timeline
Security Officer
Praetorian Group
01.2026 - Current
Associate Administrator
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
07.2023 - 11.2025
Assistant Superintendent 1 Corrections
East Jersey State Prison, Northern State Prison
01.2020 - 07.2023
Correctional Police Lieutenant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
06.2017 - 01.2020
Correction Sergeant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
07.2015 - 06.2017
Correction Sergeant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
09.2013 - 07.2015
Correction Sergeant
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
11.2011 - 09.2013
Senior Correction Officer
New Jersey Department Of Corrections
08.2009 - 11.2011
ICS 200 and NIMS 700
F.E.M.A. Emergency Management Institute
ICS 100 and NIMS 700
F.E.M.A Emergency Management Institute
Emergency Medical Dispatch
Morris County Fire Academy
Basic Telecommunication
Morris County Fire Academy
Bachelor of Science - L.E. Response To The Active Shooter
Monmouth County Police Academy
Physical Conditioning Instructor Course
Corrections Staff Training Academy
Methods of Instruction, Police Training Commission Certification
Corrections Staff Training Academy
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Thomas Edison State College
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice, Police Science Option
Middlesex County College
Officer’s Basic Training
Correctional Staff Training Academy
High School Diploma -
Sayreville War Memorial High School
Emergency Medical Technician Basic
Raritan Bay Medical Center
QUALIFICATIONS
I am a retired law enforcement officer with a diverse background in training, tactical operations and administration.